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AVET REELS - Casting ReelsSX,
MXJ, MXL, JX, LX, HX Models right hand
and lefties
Single Speeds, Two Speeds, with and
without Magnetic Cast Control

To order from this page just make your
selections and click on the "Add to Cart" button
or the "Buy" link. If you run into
difficulties please make use of our toll-free
line and give us a call. Our phone numbers, fax
and email addresses are posted at the
bottom of this page.

Orders over $150 are shipped
FREE!* Orders less than $150 are billed for shipping. All orders over $300
will require signature for delivery unless you
specify otherwise and assume ALL LIABILITY. Upon placing your order you'll receive an
immediate confirmation via email. You are not billed at that time, the
confirming email may not reflect oversize or
overweight charges or other issues requiring
direct contact. We process
orders manually, preferring to have a human
actually check things over and contact you
should there be questions. Within 24
hours of placing your order you will receive a
follow-up email confirmation and final invoice (pdf doc) reflecting your total charges
(Monday-Friday). You are not billed until we actually send you your final invoice.
Orders shipped to CA addresses will have California Sales Taxes applied, out
of state orders are tax free. During the
ordering process you can select expedited
shipping if required. For higher value shipments
FedEx will require a signature for delivery -
this is for your protection, without this
provision there is no recourse for a lost or
stolen delivery. You can opt out via FedEx
website. Your tracking number will be sent upon
pickup by FedEx. (Within the USA
we usually ship via Federal Express ground. International,
and oversize/weight items will be billed for
shipping and you will be sent an emailed invoice reflecting total charges
prior to actual billing. We will not ship
without you having had a chance to review the
invoice). Hawaii and Alaska shipping will be
accomplished using USPS Priority service, and
our standard shipping cost policy will apply
unless the item ordered does not fit in their
standard size boxes. If additional shipping fees
are required we will contact you.)

We're proud to have
been named Avet's largest retailer
again this year (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007,
2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
and 2016). We stock
more models, more gear ratios, more
colors, with more options than any
other dealer, and we've helped
supply more reels to clients
worldwide than any retailer. No smoke and mirrors,
no false promises, we offer the best
deals on the best gear,
and we guarantee it. It's our
knowledgeable staff that is
responsible for getting the points
across to folks - educating
fishermen about what set's Avet
apart in the fishing reel business.
If you have questions about Avet
reels, the folks here can provide
accurate information.

Get up to 300 yards of top quality
100% Gel Spun Super Braid line rigged
right - mono topshot included if desired
- at no extra
charge. Choose from white,
dark green or depth finder multi-color
line. Alternatively, you may select a
free 25 lb. drag scale or
Multi-plier (cuts, crimps, grips, w/
split ring tool).

Shipping Included
within USA(SX-MX-JX-LX-HX Series)

Lefties:

Unlike most manufacturers (with the
exception of Accurate), Avet has offered
most models in left and right hand
retrieve. As of this date, October 2015,
Avet has announced that they will
produce ALL models in true left hand
retrieve.
In the past one standard color was
available, silver. But, a person could
special order a lefty in any of Avet's
wide range of colors for an upcharge of
$50. This has now changed. The lefties
are now available in SILVER, BLACK, BLUE and
GOLD - ONLY. If your order a colored
lefty, it is a special order, there can be a
delay in production. You have a choice of four different
colors to suit your tastes.
SILVER WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR COSTS,
HOWEVER
OTHER COLORS WILL ADD a $50 EXPENSE, and
will likely delay receipt of your order. Sorry
about that, but please do note, Avet
does more to accommodate lefties than
any other manufacturer in terms of
building and offering essentially custom
production for you.

Rigging:
You will note we have MANY spooling
options. We are not trying to confuse
folks with all the options, we're trying
to give you choices based on your needs.
If you need some help deciding please
call or email us. Different fishing
situations may require different styles
of rigging, and we try to provide you
with choices. In general, when casting
is called for it's recommended to run
300 yards of braid as a backing and then
100 yards or more as a topshot of mono.
If bottom fishing, "reverse" spooling
where the braid is on top is more often
called for. Another style of rigging
gaining popularity for some applications
is use of a shorter mono or fluorocarbon
leader run into a hollow core braid
(in-line rigging) for a knotless
connection. We can do all types, and
provide options for you in the ordering
section of this page. While there is no
one best way, here's a typical use
chart:

MODEL

BRAID

LEADER/TOPSHOT

MAX. DRAG CAPABILITY
STRIKE/FULL

SX SERIES

30#

up to 20#

up to 10# / 15#

MX SERIES

50#

up to 30#

up to 10# / 15#

JX

50#

30 to 40#

up to
14#/ 20#

LX

65#

30 to 50#

up to 14# / 20#

HX

80#

50 to 60#

up to
20#/ 28#

We now
offer several versions of Toro Tamer Super
Braided lines, "solid" in
both 4 and 8 strand forms as well as 12 and 16 Strand
Hollow Core which allows for in-line
knotless rigging. Additionally we now
have 40# test available in two versions.
It should be noted that in the past a
40# option was typically simply a 50#
line that did not meet spec - line
diameters confirmed that fact. The new
Toro Tamer 40# is a unique product and
it's available in two forms. It's a
great option for Avet SX and MX series
reels. The new 40# is available in both
a spliceable 16 and "solid" 8 strand
formats. The big benefit is extended
range of use - either greater capacity
(on an MX series reel) or higher leader
test without sacrifice of capacity (on
an SX). Note that the SX and MX series
reels are best used at 30# and down, and
it's preferable to run a braid that's a
bit higher in line test than the topshot
or leader when using a knot connection. So, the new 40 allows an SX
to run up to 30# topper, or an MX to
gain up to 20% in capacity. For
Avet casting reels, 4 strand Super Braid is
offered at a no charge option, with reduced
prices on the 8, 12 & 16 strand lines. As
well, other manufacturers braid is offered at
a discounted price.

SPOOLING/RIGGING:

Please
note, you will see many spooling options for the reels listed
below. It's not our intent to confuse folks, but you do have
options here unlike some places and we take pride in the fact we
can rig things according to your needs, applications and
preferences. We have been
pioneers in Super Braid / Spectra rigging and we offer a few
methods of rigging the lines together beyond most retailers
capability, including the standard long range Bimini to Albright
knots, Served and Sato connections. We do not use simple
uni-to-uni knots for connecting braid to leader, we take the
time to make a better knot, one that will hold up over time and
deal with larger fish. Simpler knots don't work as well. You can
see videos of what we do on our YouTube channel - CharkBaitUSA.
We can upgrade that connection to one of several options, the
benefit with those connections is that the diameter is thinner
and that allows the line to flow through your rod's guides more
smoothly, has less resistance in the water and is stealthier. If
you have questions regarding rigging, please give us a call or
zap back an email and we can go over things with you. Bottom
line, you have options with us and we're
proud of our staff's ability to rig things
to your needs rather than simply "slapping"
things together. Our knots hold, as does our
in-line rigging.

We're proud to have
been named Avet's largest retailer
for several years (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007,
2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013,
2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017). We stock
more models, more gear ratios, more
colors, with more options than any
other dealer, and we've helped
supply more reels to clients
worldwide than any retailer. No smoke and mirrors,
no false promises, we offer the best
deals on the best gear,
and we guarantee it.

Avet

Avet
is a new entrant into the sportfishing community, and since they arrived
on the scene over 10 years ago they've well
established themselves and an innovative and
aggressive USA manufacturer of quality fishing
reels for the offshore enthusiast. They are made by
a California machining company, well funded, well designed, and made to
fish! Avet shares a common heritage to Accurate, in terms of
the founding firm's strengths in machining. Avet's primary
business
has been machining precise components for the medical and fiber
optic field. The firm's owners, two brothers, are avid fishermen with
their own boat (often parked in their plant when not running over
to the channel islands). They've been making reels now for
four years, and they've done a very good job. Each new
series of reels from Avet has filled a real need, and done so
uniquely in terms of their approach and the strength of their
offering. The reels these folks are producing are of high
quality, well machined, and they cast superbly. Their drags are
well designed, long lived, and offer high settings while
maintaining excellent freespool throughout their range of
operation. In terms of price verses
performance and quality, I think you'll agree with me that Avet's
fishing reels are exceptionally good values.

The reels produced by Avet have already
taken some impressive catches. They've taken marlin, big
tuna, and a whole bunch of other fish from coast to coast, and
internationally. The picture,
and fish, above were taken in Panama May '03 by Avet's co-owner
Harry. The yellowfin tuna weighed in at 335#, and was caught
on an EX. The accomplishments of these jewels of machining are
quite impressive. They're a proven product at this
point. With literally hundreds of catches of 200# plus yellowfin
tuna to attest to their reliability. And, they're one of the great
values in reels, too!

CharkBait is proud to be one of Avet's very first retailers,
introducing this wonderful line to the fishing community and working
closely with the manufacturer to ensure the product meets our client's
expectations. We are
also Avet's largest dealer. We buy them from the manufacturer
directly in high quantities,
allowing us the opportunity to offer them to our clients at a true
value. We maintain a huge inventory of all the products we sell. Unlike
some "phantom" sources for fishing gear on the Internet you can have
confidence in your purchases from
CharkBait. You can even visit with us in our shop or call and speak to
a real live person! When we rig up a reel "long range style" we know
what we're talking about and we rig things correctly.
We were the very first on-line retailer of quality sportfishing
gear, almost ten years ago. We
have a physical presence, two retail stores, you can call us seven days a
week, email us, ask us questions. We're all fishing enthusiasts
here, so we're tuned in to what you like to do - fish! We're
also proud to have earned a reputation as the most competitive source for
quality gear. We stock more Avet reels than any other retailer or
distributor of these products. We maintain more models, more colors,
more gear options and more left hand retrieve reels than any dealer in
America...or elsewhere.

Over the years we've received many inquiries
about Avets, trying to compare sizes, specs, applications. Not
always easy to cover the questions through the extensive text below.
So, we made a brief video of the Avet line up which may prove
helpful arriving at the right reel for your particular application.

Video: Avet Casting Reels Overview

Available all models

We
typically stock Avet reels in seven
different flavors, as well at times we add
to that with other colors such as orange
and green (for a total of 9 or more
flavors available in select models. Not all colors are
available in each and every model, for
example gunmetal and black have certain
exclusions. Avet's standard colors are
silver, blue and gold. They do some
limited runs in purple, black and
gunmetal. We go beyond that selection and
commission Avet to produce reels in a
beautiful Candy Apple Red.

Purple Available all models

Gunmetal Available
select models

Black Available all models

Silver Available all models

Gold Available all models

Blue Available all models

Camo
$40 upcharge

Green Available
select models

Pink Inconsistent availability

There are two basic forms
of Avet casting reels available, those with standard mechanical "cast
control" and those with true MAGNETIC CAST CONTROL. The standard
model uses a bit of drag pressure to slow the free spinning spool, the
magnetic system employs a magnet's flux to slow a spool that's
spinning too fast. I own both versions of the JX 2 speed, and
after having owned and fished the reels for a few years I can say
in all honesty that the magnetic system does not detract from
casting, it simply adds to my pleasure of fishing. If you are a
spool spinner, and you spin both spools, one with and one without
the feature, you'll note that the cast controlled reel will cease
spinning faster than the non magnetic version. However, if you
spin both spools slowly they'll run the same amount of time.
What's going on? Well, what's happening is simply that the magnets
field is slowing the out of control spool, as it's designed. I've
actually cast my MC version Avet without using my thumb to control
a backlash. That's hard for me to do, since I'm so used to using
my thumb to brake a cast, but I've done it. It's darn close to
unbelievable. If you are new
to saltwater fishing, using a conventional reel, buy the MC
versions. If you are an old
salt, you may not want the feature, but I'll suggest to you that
it's darn worthwhile and a wonderful innovation. If you plan on
fishing primarily braid connected to a shorter
leader, no doubt about it - get the MC version.
No one wants to be picking through a backlash in
braid! And, the MC feature will not degrade your
cast one bit, it will simply save you time and
frustration.

In
operation you adjust a small dial to adjust the Magnetic system - to the
desired amount of control. For heavier lures or bait move the dial
forward, for less control drop her back. Its a 1-5 scale of control.
The standard reel has no such control, but you can push the lever drag up
one notch to apply a little friction to the spool and thus slow it's
spinning. If properly set up, you can in fact cast the reel without using
your thumb to slow the spool down as your bait hits the water. It's a
great feature, and one that I believe pays it's biggest dividends on the
smaller size reels, since their spools have to spin the most to deliver
casting distance. If you've got a great thumb, you probably don't need the
feature, but if you are new to sportfishing or if you simply want to make
things as easy as possible and avoid backlash-blues, this feature is
something to be excited about.

One other point, all Avet
reels are lever drag, this may be something new
for you. In the past, leverdrag reels were
exclusively used for trolling, they had poor
"freespool" performance. Meaning, the spool was
somewhat restricted, did not spin very well, and
this was not of great concern in the trolling
application. For those fishing bait, on a long
range boat for instance, the strength and line
capacity of a larger leverdrag was required, so
folks had their reels modified to allow better
freespool performance. Cal Sheets was one of the
pioneers in this respect, making a living
upgrading Penn Internationals. Avet turned the
industry upside down by designing a lever drag
reel with excellent freespool performance, reels
capable of casting, yet retaining the inherent
benefits of the more precise lever drag
performance. If you are new to owning a lever
drag reel, please view the following video
explaining how to properly set your drag.

It's a
tiny, powerful, variation on the Avet theme of leverdrag and super
freespooling spins. This is one sweet 12-20# reel, a giant
killer if there ever was one. The new SX is unique in terms of power
and size. If you liked Shimano's discontinued cult classic, the
TLD5, you're going to fall in love with the new Avet. It's a small
piece of machine shop perfection.

We've been playing with these new reels a lot since they came into
our inventory almost six years ago. We like 'em. Tom
at the shop loves his, probably takes it to bed with him every
night. (I'll have to ask his wife about that one...) Something so small, so
strong and capable, and it's got a good feel about it. I think
Avet got it right, again.

Extended
Use Report: The machining is first rate, the drags are
powerful, and the half dozen ball bearings sure make the thing spin.
The reels use open bearings, meaning you can lubricate them, clean
them, make them last years with a little maintenance. Being
such a small reel, as drag is increased the handle requires a bit
more pressure in turning. This is not noticeable when a fish
is on, but it's a little different from many other reels. This also
seems to reduce over time, with use. This little reel can
produce a lot more drag than you'd think for its size, so the slight
difference in handle feel is to be expected. Corrosion issues have
not cropped up, client response has been very positive.

9 lb Max Drag on Strike with Free
Spool, max of up to 14#'s measured at full.

Mechanical cast control system
only available from Avet Reels- (prevention of backlash
and as a
- line out adjustment for live bait fishing) - not to be
confused with the newer magnetic system

100% machined, Type 2 anodized,
True-One piece aluminum frame

6 + (all) stainless steel ball
bearings

Stainless steel fasteners,
springs, clips.

Stronger design with larger line
capacity in its class.

All new revolutionary, extremely
stable AveDrag drag washer with smooth control at all
conditions.

Proudly designed, machined and
assembled in USA.

The
SXJ is the smallest fully machined aluminum
reel on the market, a narrow version of the
very popular SX reel. The spool is
about a thumbs width, it's darn tiny, but
inside and outside it's strong and fully
capable of landing larger fish than any
other reel built (that's anywhere near it's
size). Could be the giant killer you've
always wanted to own, especially if you have
a David vs. Goliath kind of personality
thing going on.

This little gem is
every bit an Avet, strong construction,
great casting capability with plenty of
freespool, an advanced drag, and then you
have value as well as additional features to
boast about. The skinny little SXJ will find
a home with guys fishing both salt and
freshwater - it will cover some ground as
either the smallest reel in a fellows reel
bag or perhaps the most powerful piece
owned. For a freshwater fisherman targeting
larger fish, this will be a go-to reel. For
a salty type targeting anything from
rockfish, albacore tuna, bass...you name it,
it can be a workhorse for many applications.
In my own mind, it may not be as versatile a
piece to own as say an MXL for day to day
fishing, but it is something that fits a
niche that many of us want filled. I can see
one replacing my own MXJ which I fish on an
Ahi Assassin 100. For a fellow fishing a
skinny bass rod or
a Seeker Hercules,
it might be a WONDERFUL reel to use for your
jigging application where you'll run
straight braid with a shorty leader. In that
style of fishing you can load up 300 yds of
50# braid and have yourself a nice bottom
fishing rig. For others, making use of a 30#
braid as backing, then topping off with 50
yards or so of 20# mono you have a nice
situation for tangling with anything from
striped bass to football tuna.

The SXJ comes with
a narrow reel foot, so it will fit on most
rods - even freshwater rods. It does not
come with a reel clamp. (Another reason
why I like the idea of using this on my Ahi
Assassin 100 or United Composite RCE +
series rods since they make use of a double lock-down
ALPS reel seat). It's a wonderful size for
casting and leveling your line just became a
bit easier due to it's skinny size.

PLEASE NOTE, ALL AVET REELS COME
WITH ROD CLAMPS - WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE SXJ. Given it's narrow
width, the SXJ can not fit a clamp.

Big power, small size! A little SX that's on steroids!
Yep, two-speeds, tiny size, machined aluminum, 6+2 bearings, all sorts
of freespool, carbon fiber drags, new ergonomic handle, updated
lever...incredible and unique. The new SX is certainly not for everyone,
it's not inexpensive and it's not what most folks will use for taming
huge fish. But, you've got to appreciate what they've been able to
accomplish on such a small reel. I can see a lot of reasons to possess
one of these little guys. Chief among them is that you've got speed when
you need it and power when you need it too! There is also a certain joy
that comes from owning such a nifty piece of engineering, as well.

Pictured above,
Avet MXL and SX in their new Camo Color - The
Camo pattern carries a $40 upcharge

This is the 20-30# reel Avet needed in their line
and was introduced back in 2003. It comfortably fishes
the line test most of us use, most of the time. It's strong and it
casts well. The MX series can produce a smooth 9-10# of drag at the
strike position, while maintaining free-spool. If you are in a pinch,
you can button down the drag and get an amazing 16# of drag! It's made
from corrosion resistant materials, is 100% machined, with type 2
anodized finish. It's got the strength provided by a true one piece
frame, and all metal construction. For casting, the reel features
six steel ball bearings and stainless steel components.

To help
distinguish the newer series of reels the wider version is now called
the MXL, the narrow MXJ. In terms of line capacity you can load 350
yards of 20# on the L model, 300 on the J. The L and J models seem to be
influenced by the classic Newell 229 and 220, different width spools and
frames, for different applications and personal
tastes.

Avet
first
introduced this new two speed reel at the Fred Hall Long Beach show in
2004. The MX
is available in two widths and in several colors. I bought myself one of the first
MXL two speed reels. Some folks wondered why a two speed at a 30#
line class. Well, here's the rational. You've got speed to
wind a jig, get attention from yellowtail for instance. But, you
can also crank down into low gear and horse the puppy back home to the
boat. That's
the rational. You've got a blazing fast high gear, and you can
drop down to power. I've put mine to use a lot since purchasing,
it's done great for everything from local bass, halibut, barracuda,
bonito, albacore, and even wahoo.

Both
the SX and MX series reels are available with or without a
sophisticated yet simple Magnetic Cast control system. Since these
reels spin so well, cast so effortlessly, having an "educated thumb"
really helps prevent backlashes.
Even
if you have a "smart" thumb and are an experienced caster, the
Magnetic Cast control proves beneficial (as I've found). The MC
feature provides a 1-5 dial for setting up the control to match your
needs - and for my use, lure/bait weight. I set mine to 1 for bait, up
to 5 for tossing a heavier jig. Also, both reels are
available with or without a wonderful two speed gear system. With
the two speed option you gain control, you have speed of retrieve
where that's beneficial, for instance winding in a jig use of a fast
wind can help you get bit! But, once you do have a better grade
fish on the hook with the push of a button you drop that gear ratio
down and have better cranking power. That's a wonderful thing when you
are pulling against a larger fish!

Model

Gear Ratio

Capacity

Drag

Weight

SXJ

5.3:1

240 yds
15#
160 20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

12~ oz

SXJ 6/4

6.3:1,
3.8:1

200 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

16 oz

SX

5.3:1

350 yds
15#
220 20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

14 oz

SX 6/4

6.3:1,
3.8:1

260 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

16 oz

MXJ

5.8:1

300 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

17 oz

MXJ 6/4

6.3:1,
3.8:1

300 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

19 oz

MXL

5.8:1

360 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

18 oz

MXL 6/4

6.3:1,
3.8:1

360 yds
20#

Strike:
9 lb
Full: 14 lb

20 oz

SX and MX Series Configurations &
Price

Model

Standardw/line or other incentive

Magnetic Cast
Control
w/line or other incentive

Two
Speed
No Cast Control
w/line or other incentive

Two
Speed
W/Cast Control
w/line or other incentive

SXJ

$189.99

SXJ MC

$229.99

SXJ 6/4

$259.99

SXJ MC
2sp

$299.99

SX

$199.99

SX MC

$239.99

SX 6/4

$269.99

SX MC 2sp

$309.99

MXJ

$209.99

MXJ MC

$249.99

MXJ 6/4

$299.99

MXJ MC 2sp

$339.99

MXL

$219.99

MXL MC

$259.99

MXL 6/4

$309.99

MXL MC 2sp

$349.99

SX and MX Series Reels
(Single Speeds, Two Speeds, with and without
Magnetic Cast Control)

Pricing includes FREE USA Shipping, and one of several FREE OFFERS

Qty:

Specify Lefty
or standard Right hand retrieve

Color

Lefty reels are available in silver
at no increase in costs. Black, gold or blue
lefties will add $50 to the price of your reel.
No other color options for lefty reels

Avet
LX and JXSingle Speed Reels
with and without MC (magnetic cast control)!

We
certainly do like Avet reels. We're their largest retailer in the
nation, and have been for some time. It's been a real pleasure
being associated with this firm and watching them grow. Each
generation of reels they introduce improves upon prior products.
They support the owners of their reels through offering updates and
superior factory service.

Avet's single speed LX and JX
reels offer great casting and drag
performance. The enhancements they've made are based upon their
two speed home run reels, the JX and LX two speeds. The new reels
are made to accommodate the higher line tests that many folks have
wanted to fish without modification. Spectra
backing allows us bump up in line test on smaller more comfortable size
fishing reels. The new JX/LX reels will handle 40# line better
than the old models. They'll give you 15#'s (at strike with more
at the full setting) of drag from their LARGE carbon fiber drag
material, and superior freespool performance for longer casts, too.
The new reel is simply more refined and more reflective of how these
fine reels are usually employed.

Like
all Avet reels these are leverdrag designs, featuring six shielded
bearings with the best anti-corrosion treatment available. They
are easy maintenance reels. Just button down the drag and dunk
them in fresh water after use. Then back off the drag and allow
them to air dry. Once a year I'd suggest having us or someone
familiar with them (or yourself) take them down and apply some
lubrication. They are made from high quality aluminum all
machined, not cast, for tight tolerances. and fit.

The JX holds 280 yards of 30#
line, the LX will hold 350 yards of 30#.

Model

Gear Ratio

Capacity

Drag

Price

JX

4.6:1
or 6: 1

280 yds 30# mono
65# 450 yds braid

Strike: 15 lb
Full: 20 lb

$249

JX MC*

$289

JX 6/3*

6:1 and 3:1

$369

JX 6/3
MC*

$409

LX

4.6:1
or 6: 1

300 yds 40# mono
65# 600 yds braid

$259

LX MC*

$299

LX 6/3*

6:1 and 3:1

$379

LX 6/3
MC*

$419

*mc = magnetic cast control, *6/3 = two speed

Single Speed JX and
LX Series Reels

Pricing includes FREE USA Shipping, and
one of several FREE OFFERS

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Specify Lefty
or standard Right hand retrieve

Color

Lefty reels are available in silver
at no increase in costs. No other color options for lefty reels

The
long awaited 40-50# class Avet JX and LX 2 speed has arrived, has
established it's credibility all over the world and has achieved a
level of performance previously never seen.
America's most innovative manufacturer of fishing reels has raised
the bar a big notch with the JX and LX two speeds. Never has there
been a reel of this size and power, with this kind of casting
performance. Add a second gear, two speed flexibility and fish
fighting ability, and you have a very versatile reel that's made
for fishing the line test we most use for better quality fish.

In the past all two speed
gear was basically trolling equipment which we would try to hot
rod into some kind of casting capability. Always the spools were
too heavy, the bearings second rate and the performance flawed.
Avet got things right. With the LX and JX you've got a reel sized
like a 3/0, about like a Newell 338 and 332, not much bigger than
a Jigmaster. The difference is that it's strong, machined aluminum
strong. The other difference is that you've got six bearing with a
precisely made spool that casts well. Oh, it's also a two speed,
moving from 6:1 to 3:1. Punch and power, speed to get noticed and
stump pulling low end power when you need it most. Versatile and
powerful, those are the terms that characterize these wonderful
reels best. Guys, they're "must-haves."

Avet's JX and LX 2 speeds
are made
for taking everything from wahoo to tuna and any species in
between. They spin well, great freespool like all the Avet
reels. They have a fast 6:1 gear ratio and drop down to 3:1
for power. At those gear ratios you can wind in a wahoo bomb
quickly and if you happen to be picked up by a 200# yellowfin
instead of a wahoo you'll have the power to deal with the fish.
But, be sure to rig your reel with Spectra for adequate line capacity. I'd suggest 300 yards of
Izor's Spectra with a top shot of 40-50# mono. The reel will do
about 15# of drag with great freespool, then button down to
close to 20# at the full position on the lever. I bought both the
JX and LX, running 300 yards of 50# Spectra on the JX with 120-140
yards of 40# mono and 300 yards 65# Spectra with 120-140 yards of
50# topper.

Avet HX Single
Speed!

Here's another
excellent reel from Avet,
one that they've been planning for well over a year's time.
For many Alaska bound fishermen it's a very worthwhile
piece. The single speed HX is your basic 4/0 Narrow - updated. The
new HX will turn 22#'s at strike and 28#'s of drag at the
full position of the lever. The gear ratio is a very useful
4.2:1, and the weight is 25 ounces. Spooled with 50# line,
you'll get 285 yards of line capacity. Alternatively, with
80# Spectra you'll have a good 300 yards plus room for a
modest topshot. In a way, you might think that the firm that
created the small two-speed reel market was going backwards,
but that's not the case. Two speeds are great, but for some
fishermen it's beyond the finances and also beyond that
which is needed to get the job done. For a fellow bottom
fishing, or targeting larger size halibut in Alaskan or
Pacific Northwest waters, this could be exactly what you're
looking for. a good strong reel at a very fair price.

Single Speed
HX Series Reels

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Specify Lefty
or standard Right hand retrieve

WE HAVE BEEN
INFORMED 1/12/16 LEFTY SINGLE SPEED HX MODELS ARE NOT
BEING PRODUCED, ONLY RIGHTY. So, consider the two
speed...?

Color

Lefty reels are available in silver
at no increase in costs. No other color options for lefty reels

Avet's
done it again, set the bar a bit higher for other manufacturers and
created a must-have reel for serious anglers. The new HX or Hoo-X as
we affectionately call 'em is one of the more versatile reels you'll
come across. It's a compact true 4/0 size similar to a Penn Baja
Special, but a bit lighter in weight. Like all Avet reels, it's a
lever drag that spins and casts superbly. Six rubber shielded ball
bearings that will put up with abuse, huge carbon fiber drag,
ergonomic handle... Actually, this reel features 8 ball bearings in
total! It's rather tall, so you'll bring in a good
amount of line per crank, and the gearing is very well thought out.
They are geared at 5.4:1 and 2.4:1 on the narrow J model and 1.9 for
the low gear on the standard and wide version of the HX. You've got speed for attracting a
bite from a wahoo, but great cranking power for dealing with tuna
and even marlin.
They'll be great sailfish reels, too. The stylish
lugs can also be reversed (lugs/plugs) for situations when having an
attachment point is unimportant. You do have options. This is
another Avet reel that really has no equal, and fills so many
applications that it really will become a must have piece. Let's
talk a bit about the drag. Avet claims they'll do 20#'s of drag
measured at strike, and still offer GREAT freespool performance for
casting. We've tested them, they perform as stated. The reels will most commonly be used for fishing 50-60#
lines. This has been a much hyped and talked about reel on all the
message boards over the past few months, and now it's a reality.

Extended use report...since I bought one too,
the HX is one of the most versatile big game reels made today. It
will take wahoo, larger grade tuna, marlin, pretty much anything
that it's line capacity allows. The drag is there, casting
performance is very good, and it's not too big to handle
comfortably. Like the JX, the HX begs to be used, and it will be
used often by any fisherman lucky enough to own one.

Avet makes the HX in three configurations, all
based upon the same reel.

Get up to 300 yards of top quality
100% Gel Spun Super Braid line rigged
right - mono topshot included if desired
- at no extra
charge. Choose from white,
dark green or depth finder multi-color
line. Alternatively, you may select a
free 25 lb. drag scale or
Multi-plier (cuts, crimps, grips, w/
split ring tool).

Shipping Included
within USA(SX-MX-JX-LX-HX Series)

Two
Speed
HX Series Reels

HX - most use 300 yds of 80# Spectra topped with ~140 yds of 60# mono
on the standard width HX. The narrow will hold much less, more like 300
of 65 with a topshot of about 50 yds 50#.
Certainly these versatile reels lend itself to many applications,
rigging ranges from 50 to 80# on top, so there are applications
requiring longer 60# Spectra up to 135# Spectra backing. As a
consequence, the rigging options are extensive, as shown below...

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Rigged/Spooled price and unspooled price @10% discount

Specify Lefty
or standard Right hand retrieve

Color

Lefty reels are available in silver
at no increase in costs.
No other color options for lefty reels

Avet also produces their SX thru HX Series in Raptor form - visit
our Avet G2 page for details

LEFTY AVET REELS
- One of the owners of Avet is
left
handed. As a result, they're quite sensitive to the needs of
lefty fishermen. They produce true left hand reels, not just a
rotated and switched sideplate modification. These are not always
in great supply, though we try to keep a full inventory of available
models in stock. Lefty reels are only available in the silver
finish, and there are some models they do NOT produce in lefty form, but
most are available. Pricing is the same as for the right hand retrieve reels. The
only restriction is that the leftys are only made in the silver
anodization.

With the introduction a
few years ago of the soft grip handles, some folks have wanted
to update their older model reels with the lighter knobs.
That's not an option since the knob is attached to the arm in
such a way that the simple replacement can not be accomplished
- without buying the entire arm & knob. We keep a fair
inventory here at our shop, and can obtain what it is that we
don't have fairly quickly. So, if you've been wanting the new
handle, now's your chance. Please let us know if your reel is
a single or two speed, and the color handle/arm you'd like to
purchase.

We also have the narrow
reel foot which is needed if you are trying to run an SX or MX
on the smallest size Fuji reel seat. This is needed for the
SMALLEST size Fuji seat and for use with Okuma Nomad Travel rods
(which use a specific ALPS reel seat which does not fit the
standard Avet foot/clamp assembly). When you use the narrow
foot, you lose the ability to run a reel clamp. You can select
that option below... (note, the narrow foot is only available in
black).

Kodiak / South
Florida Cam Insert

Kodiak/South Florida Cam
Insert - fishing a lighter drag and lighter lines for kingfish?
These parts offer you the ability to modify the drag curve to
match your particular needs. We must know the exact model and
color of your Avet reel for these parts. Order just the cam insert
or the lever with cam already installed for easy switching
between parts for quick "no-tools" installation. Some prefer to
order the lever in a different color than their original reel to
make part identification a no-brainer.

Avet
makes a nice pair of reel storage cases.
These are a "soft" case, with adjustable storage. They include
plenty of pockets to hold leader material, tools, reel
clamps.... They feature some nice embroidery work, mentioning
the manufacturer's name of course. The smaller case is about
14"x9"x8" with room for 6 reels up to a 30 size. The larger
case is 22"x14"x12" (which is photographed
below - small at right) has eight adjustable dividers capable of
holding up to 8 30's or 50's. These are a quality products, and
will hold your reels safely while traveling to and from a
boat, or for storage at home. They are not designed for air
travel and baggage check ins. For that, a hard case would be
preferred...with locks.

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take off early if there's a great local bite...

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